Granola and Rosemary Cider Caramel Apples Recipe

Name: Granola and Rosemary Cider Caramel Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 wooden craft sticks; 8 small apples; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 cup light-colored corn syrup; 1/4 cup water; 3/4 cup half-and-half; 1/4 cup apple cider; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary; 1 cup honey-oat granola

Servings: persons

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Push a wooden craft stick into the top of each apple.
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Bring sugar, corn syrup, and water to a boil in a medium, heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves.
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Cook, without stirring, 9 minutes or until lightly golden (about 260).
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Stir half-and-half, apple cider, vanilla, and salt into caramel mixture.
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Simmer until candy thermometer registers 235, stirring frequently.
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Stir in rosemary.2.
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Place granola in a bowl.3.
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Pour caramel into a bowl sitting in a hot water bath.
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Swirl bottom halves of apples in caramel; dip in granola.

464

kcal

Calories

121

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 wooden craft sticks, 8 small apples, 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup light-colored corn syrup, and more.

Yes, Granola and Rosemary Cider Caramel Apples falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Granola and Rosemary Cider Caramel Apples

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